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OK SB1327
OK SB1327Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission; transferring certain duties to the Commission; authorizing the Commission to appoint Executive Director. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
04/14/2026
04/14/2026
Crossed Over
03/12/2026
03/12/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 2203, 2204, and 2206, which relate to the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission; transferring certain duties to the Commission; requiring appointed members to possess experience in certain fields; modifying powers and duties of the Executive Director; requiring certain oath; establishing organizational and meeting requirements for the Commission; authorizing the Commission to appoint Executive Director; providing for determination of salary; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill transfers certain duties and powers from the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department to the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission, which will now consist of eight members, each requiring specific experience in fields like hospitality, marketing, or real estate development, and establishes requirements for their appointments, oaths, and meeting procedures, including a quorum of five members and adherence to open meeting laws. The bill also modifies the role of the Executive Director, who will now be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Commission, rather than the Governor, and the Commission will determine their salary, with the act taking effect on November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
CR; Do Pass Commerce and Economic Development Oversight Committee (on 04/14/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1327&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20FLR/HFLR/SB1327%20HFLR.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Engrossed | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/SB1327%20ENGR%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20ENGR/SB/SB1327%20ENGR.PDF |
| SB1327 (3-10-26) (JECH) FA1 | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20FLOOR%20AMENDMENTS/Senate/SB1327%20(3-10-26)%20(JECH)%20FA1.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20FLR/SFLR/SB1327%20SFLR.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1327%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1327%20INT.PDF |
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